Keep Growing
We’re talking trajectory and legacy this month; leaning into the values, ambitions and people who make the agriculture industry what it is. No matter who is doing it, recruiting has a natural role to play in the quest for both upward trajectory and legacy building!
There’s no better time to start looking for the right person to step into a role you know will be needed in the next 12 – 24 months than today. There’s no worse time to start looking for the right person than when the role is open and you needed it filled yesterday.
At AGRI-SEARCH, recruiting doesn’t start with an open position, it starts with a conversation and, many times, a multi-decades seasoned relationship of delivering what is needed even before it’s needed! We all know that the strongest teams are the teams who keep an eye on the future of the company, the industry and…their team!
Your company may not have an open position today, but that shouldn’t stop the conversation. Give us a call, learn more about the deep well of top talent we are working with, and let’s talk about what growth looks like for your business and your teams.
These are the conversations we’re having every day with many companies. Building your team for tomorrow starts long before an opening is posted!
The Talent Perspective
In this month’s Bottom Line Ag podcast episode, No Six Degrees of Separation, our leadership team—past, present and third party—came together to talk about how they came to work in agriculture, the path that led to recruiting and how they knew it was “time for a change”.
There’s a difference between having a bad day at work and knowing you’re ready for something different.
Every job comes with frustrations, busy seasons and days when going home sounds pretty good by 9 a.m. But that feeling shouldn’t happen every day.
If that feeling sticks around, maybe it’s time to start exploring what else is out there, where there’s room to grow and what truly makes you happy. You don’t have to be actively looking for a job to have that conversation. In fact, some of the best career decisions have happened long before there was a resume submitted or an interview scheduled – just ask our team!
Current Open Career Opportunities
At AGRI-SEARCH, our staff is committed to bringing top-tier talent to our clients. Open positions change daily, but the need for quality people is constant in every successful business.
Highlighted below are some of our current open positions. If interested in having us assist you in landing talent for one of your positions, or if one of these opportunities looks attractive to you or someone you know, please contact us.
4111, Agronomy Sales Consultant, Central, Illinois
A progressive agronomy supply company is looking for an experienced sales professional who enjoys working directly with farmers and helping them make better cropping decisions. This role offers the opportunity to sell a full line of agronomy products and precision services while providing scouting, consulting and financial evaluations to become a trusted advisor to customers. Candidates with strong agronomy knowledge, an established customer base and at least five years of ag sales experience are preferred. Base salary is $65,000–$85,000 plus unlimited commission and bonuses, great benefits and unlimited use of a company truck.
5821, Grain Marketing Advisor, Ohio
A successful Ohio ag company is looking for a Grain Marketing Advisor who enjoys working directly with producers and helping them navigate risk management decisions. This team-focused role is a great opportunity for an up-and-coming professional ready to take the next step or an experienced grain marketer looking for a strong culture and room to succeed. Competitive salary, excellent benefits, incentives and profit sharing are included.
4119, Grain Marketing Advisor, Illinois
A growing agricultural services company is seeking a Grain Marketing Advisor to work alongside Northern Illinois farmers and help them build marketing strategies that support their operations and long-term goals. The ideal candidate will bring grain merchandising, origination, buying or marketing experience along with the ability to develop strong producer relationships. This is an opportunity to put your grain market knowledge to work for farmers while building a rewarding career with uncapped earning potential, comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.
4091, Beef Nutritionist, Kentucky
If beef nutrition is your wheelhouse and you enjoy putting science to work in the real world, we would love to talk to you. A livestock nutrition company in Kentucky is looking for an experienced Beef Nutritionist to work alongside producers and more than 20 sales representatives across the Southeast, developing practical feeding programs for cow-calf, stocker and feedlot operations. This remote role offers plenty of opportunity to get out in the field, solve problems and make an impact, with competitive compensation, excellent benefits and strong rewards for success.
4055, Manlift Technician, Illinois
A growing, family-owned elevator and manlift company in Illinois is seeking a Manlift Technician to install, maintain, and repair lift systems that support grain handling operations across the region. This hands-on role offers the chance to work with a tight-knit team where craftsmanship, safety, and customer relationships matter, rather than being part of a large corporate structure. Ideal candidates bring strong mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn, with excellent opportunities for career advancement, competitive compensation, and long-term stability.
4047, Commodities Trader, Remote/Hybrid
If you know commodity markets, know how to build relationships and like the challenge of putting together a great deal, this opportunity deserves a look. A growing company serving the pet food, animal nutrition and specialty ingredient markets is looking for an experienced Commodities Trader to join their lean, fast paced team of driven traders that manage their own book while contributing to the broader commercial strategy. You will be responsible for both sourcing and sales of product. With remote, hybrid and office-based options, plus a competitive base salary, P&L-based commission and discretionary bonuses, this role gives an experienced trader plenty of room to grow.
4108, Facility Maintenance Manager, Indiana
A well-established Indiana seed company is looking for an experienced Facility Maintenance Manager to lead a 10-person team and keep its seed processing and packaging operation running at its best. This hands-on leadership role oversees equipment, buildings and warehouses while managing maintenance projects, troubleshooting repairs and supporting plant automation, electrical systems and fabrication. With a $75,000–$85,000 salary, benefits and a collaborative, family-focused culture, this is a strong opportunity for someone ready to bring both technical expertise and leadership to an important role within the management team.
